Ethnic Origins:
About 95% Arab, about 4% Armenian and about 1% other. The country encompasses a great mix of cultural and ethnic groups and includes immigrants from other Arab countries (mainly Palestinians, Syrians, Iraqis and Egyptians) and from non-Arabic-speaking Muslim countries. A portion of the Christian population identifies itself as Phoenician.

Official Language:
Arabic

Other Languages Spoken:
English and French are spoken by a large part of the population. Armenian 6% and Kurdish 1%.

Business Language(s):
While Arabic is Lebanon's official language, English and French are widely spoken. Most Lebanese speak at least two or three languages, and visitors find NO problems communicating. Many establishments provide signs, menus, and information in both Arabic and English/French.